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I have been accepted into both programs as a Forté Fellow. I have received a 70% scholarship from Kelley + insurance and about 60% from Foster.
A little about my background - I am a chartered accountant (CPA equivalent) and I have worked in audit for 3 years and as a management consultant in finance for 3.3 years both the experiences are with Big 4 accounting firms.
I plan to pivot to FP&A and my industry of preference would be CPG and my backup would be strategy consulting in MBB.
I quite like Kelley's program overall, but the only issue is the location. I know Kelley places a lot of students in Chicago and has a lot of good CPG recruiters but International student Visa sponsorship may be an issue in this industry and there would be some amount of competition with good B schools in the area such as Chicago Booth and Ross. On the other hand Foster's program would give me access to a host of companies in Seattle but majorly in the tech space.
Given my background and aspirations, I'm not sure which one to go ahead with and it would be great if I could get a few suggestions around this.
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A little about my background - I am a chartered accountant (CPA equivalent) and I have worked in audit for 3 years and as a management consultant in finance for 3.3 years both the experiences are with Big 4 accounting firms.
I plan to pivot to FP&A and my industry of preference would be CPG and my backup would be strategy consulting in MBB.
I quite like Kelley's program overall, but the only issue is the location. I know Kelley places a lot of students in Chicago and has a lot of good CPG recruiters but International student Visa sponsorship may be an issue in this industry and there would be some amount of competition with good B schools in the area such as Chicago Booth and Ross. On the other hand Foster's program would give me access to a host of companies in Seattle but majorly in the tech space.
Given my background and aspirations, I'm not sure which one to go ahead with and it would be great if I could get a few suggestions around this.
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Both Kelley and Foster are excellent business schools, and it's great that you have received scholarships from both programs. Based on your background and aspirations, here are some pros and cons to consider:
Kelley:
Pros:
* Strong program in finance, with a focus on experiential learning opportunities
* Good placement record in CPG companies, particularly in Chicago
* National and international recognition as a top business school
Cons:
* Location in Bloomington, Indiana may limit networking opportunities in other major cities
* Competition for CPG positions in Chicago with other top business schools in the area
Foster:
Pros:
* Access to a variety of tech companies in Seattle, including Amazon and Microsoft
* Strong program in finance, with a focus on entrepreneurship and innovation
* Opportunity to participate in the Foster Consulting Society, which partners with local businesses to provide consulting services
Cons:
* Limited access to CPG companies in the Seattle area
* Less well-known nationally compared to Kelley
Ultimately, the decision comes down to your personal preferences and career goals. If you are more interested in working in the CPG industry, Kelley may be the better option. However, if you are more interested in working in the tech industry or pursuing entrepreneurship opportunities, Foster may be a better fit. It may also be worth reaching out to current students or alumni from each program to gain more insight into the culture and job placement opportunities.
Good Luck.
Kelley:
Pros:
* Strong program in finance, with a focus on experiential learning opportunities
* Good placement record in CPG companies, particularly in Chicago
* National and international recognition as a top business school
Cons:
* Location in Bloomington, Indiana may limit networking opportunities in other major cities
* Competition for CPG positions in Chicago with other top business schools in the area
Foster:
Pros:
* Access to a variety of tech companies in Seattle, including Amazon and Microsoft
* Strong program in finance, with a focus on entrepreneurship and innovation
* Opportunity to participate in the Foster Consulting Society, which partners with local businesses to provide consulting services
Cons:
* Limited access to CPG companies in the Seattle area
* Less well-known nationally compared to Kelley
Ultimately, the decision comes down to your personal preferences and career goals. If you are more interested in working in the CPG industry, Kelley may be the better option. However, if you are more interested in working in the tech industry or pursuing entrepreneurship opportunities, Foster may be a better fit. It may also be worth reaching out to current students or alumni from each program to gain more insight into the culture and job placement opportunities.
Good Luck.
